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Pan-Seared Tilapia with Lemon Butter Sauce

Pan-Seared Tilapia: Easy Lemon Butter Sauce Delight

Delight in this quick and easy pan-seared tilapia recipe featuring a flavorful lemon butter sauce.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 fillets tilapia
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through.
  4. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add butter, garlic, and lemon juice. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Pour the sauce over the tilapia and serve immediately.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with rice or steamed vegetables.
  • Adjust the lemon juice according to taste.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 36 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: Pan-Seared Tilapia, Lemon Butter Sauce, Easy Recipe